Some San Diego Beach Laws

Paragliding in San Diego

San Diego is one of the very popular tourist destinations year round, mainly because of its weather and diversity. There is almost an activity for everyone. Whether it be surfing, snorkeling, hiking, rock climbing, shopping, theme park hopping ( Legoland, Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, and more than an hour away in Orange County is Disneyland), paragliding, sky diving, parasailing, boating, sailing, riding hot air balloon, etc.

Coronado Beach: 2012 America's Best Beach by Dr. Beach

However, some unlucky tourists or visitors to the city may have gotten ticket for not following the city beach and trails safety laws and regulation. Several times, I was asked by visiting friends of the signs in beaches or in state parks, amused by the number of restrictions. I usually tell them that maybe it is more to inform the public of the laws because ignorance of the law excuses no one. I had seen a young couple getting ticket from a ranger for having alcohol on the beach.  I also had seen a small group of yuppies stopped by ranger and getting ticket from smoking in the trail. Once, I entertained a visiting friend who smokes, and I got afraid when he very quickly used his butane torch lighter to lit his cigar while we were exploring Cabrillo National Monument.

Cabrillo National Monument

I had to inform him right away of what we may get into if he continues to smoke. Ranger may stop us and give us ticket. Thankfully, he complied and stopped smoking.

The following are some of the beach laws for the  City of San Diego Beach, Park, & Water Areas:

1.Alcohol is prohibited at all times at all City of San Diego beaches and beach parks as well as State Beaches.

2. Smoking is prohibited at all times at all City of San Diego beaches and beach parks as well as State Beaches.

3. Glass containers are prohibited if used to carry liquid for drinking purposes.

4. Fires are permitted only in fire containers provided by the City or in personal barbeques elevated off the ground. Coals must be removed or deposited in hot coal containers.

The list above is just a partial list that I am aware of. Tourists and visitors of San Diego who may not know about these are not excused from these laws. As they say, ignorance of the law excuses no one. It is always best when we are traveling and exploring other places to pay attention to their laws so we do not end up with a very expensive and stressful vacation. After-all, vacation is meant to be enjoyed and to give us a full relaxation.

Enjoying Nature's Therapy in my home city @ Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, San Diego, CA

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